Adult Social Worker

Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports.

Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It’s an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services.

We are immensely proud that when asked what’s great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ‘our colleagues’.

We have a range of vacancies at present across the following Adult Social Care teams:

Halton Borough Council covers Runcorn and Widnes, and we are committed to a strengths-based approach for Adults aged over 18 years. The Adult social work/Occupational Therapy teams are responsible for the Short- & Long-Term delivery of person centred support and an asset-based care planning/ equipment provision for Adults over the age of 18 years.

Halton Borough council’s expectations are high, and you will need a strong commitment to providing first-class person-centred care to Halton residents and support to their carers. You will be passionate about working with a range of service user groups -older people, adults with Mental Health difficulties, adults with learning disabilities and adults with physical and sensory difficulties, challenging discrimination whilst promoting independence.

The Mental Health social work team works with adults, across 2 teams, 18-65 years & Older People Mental Health Teams, who meet the criteria in line with the Care Act and require support in relation to their mental health. We work closely with our Mental Health Trust colleagues to provide a responsive, holistic and recovery focused response to adults with complex mental health needs.

The teams work closely with The LLAMS team, Home Improvement Agency, Joint Equipment provision, Independent Living Centre, Continuing Health Care Nurses , CPN’s, Specialist Learning Disability Nursing Service, Neuro-Rehabilitation Team, GP Practices including District Nurse services, Community Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy. The teams work in partnership with other teams and departments internal to Halton Borough Council including Children and Family Services, and the Positive Behaviour Support Service.

You will have a recognised professional qualification Social Work Degree, Occupational Therapist Degree, MA, Dip SW or equivalent, good interpersonal and communication skills a flexible approach and a willingness to continually improve your practice; in addition, you must hold a full driving licence.

Some of the many benefits at working with us here at Halton include a supportive and enthusiastic service and excellent peer support as well as structured supervision and training. This also Includes the opportunity to access BIA/ AMHP training

Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:

We are actively reviewing applications throughout the duration of this advert and keen to invite shortlisted candidates for interview asap, prior to the advert closing, therefore please do not hesitate to submit your application asap and enjoy the many benefits of working for Halton Borough Council.

Please state which Position/Area you would like to be considered for on your application form.

At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – resourcing@halton.gov.uk

Please refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values.

We look forward to receiving your application!